Assam Calendar Blog
Guides and short reads on Assam's festivals, holidays, and calendar traditions.
Raas Purnima 2026: A Guide to Majuli's Raas Mahotsav (and Why 24 November Is a Double Celebration)
Raas Purnima falls on Tuesday 24 November 2026 — the same day as Lachit Divas. What the Raas is, where to see it in Majuli, Howly and Nalbari, and how to plan the trip.
Read moreWho Is the "Father of Assam Tea"? History and Health, Honestly Answered
The title "Father of Assam Tea" actually gets given to two different people, for two different reasons. Here's the real history, plus a grounded look at what the tea does to your body.
Read moreDarjeeling vs Assam vs Nilgiri: How India's Three Great Teas Actually Differ
Darjeeling, Assam, and Nilgiri are all Indian black teas, but they taste nothing alike. Here's what actually separates them, and which one fits what you're looking for.
Read moreWhy Some Assamese Festivals Move Every Year (and Others Don't)
Bohag Bihu lands on almost the same date every year. Durga Puja and Diwali don't. Here's the plain-language reason why, and how to tell which is which before you plan around them.
Read moreThe Three Bihus of Assam: A Complete Guide to Bohag, Kati, and Magh
One state, three Bihus, three completely different moods. Here's what actually happens during Bohag, Kati, and Magh Bihu, and why each one feels so different from the others.
Read moreHow to Read a Panchang: Tithi, Nakshatra, and the Five Limbs Explained
A Panchang looks intimidating at first: five Sanskrit terms and a grid of numbers. Here's what Tithi, Vara, Nakshatra, Yoga, and Karana actually mean, in plain English.
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